AZIZA SA'ID - Beginning through performance level classes, student and professional troupes. Put more passion and soul into your dancing! Aziza specializes in helping you develop your expression and emotional performance quality on a foundation of solid technique and precision movement.  Classes in Riverside county California near San Bernardino, Ontario, Redlands, Moreno Valley and private lessons in Temecula and Anza, CA  AzizaSaid@yahoo.com. (909) 518-5224

Belly Twins, Veena and Neena Bidasha, Dances of India, Los Angeles Area. BellyTwins, Veena and Neena, DVDs , The Bellywins Dances of India - Classes on Sundays. Ultimate fun and workout. Men, women, and children. Bhangra, Gypsy, India's bellydance. Call 888 41-BELLY for info.

Blanca Luz Academy of Performing Arts in Buena Park, CA - Flamenco, Ballet and Bellydance Classes in Orange County, California. 714 522 3944 / YourOtherRtFoot@blancaluzacademy.com

Borka - Beginning/Intermediate Belly Dance. These classes present the full vocabulary of dance movement oriented toward improvisational performance. Learn the basics including step combination, presentation, veil, finger cymbals and floor work. Classes held in Westchester, CA. Borka Zubrinic, PH: 310 285 8959, borkaz@yahoo.com

Burning Incense, High Desert Belly Dance Class Information: Learn Middle Eastern dance by one of Southern California's most innovative and in demand dancers. Classes taught by Jennifer, a member of Burning Incense Bellydance Troupe. Learn the ancient and feminine art of Belly Dancing with Jennifer in a nonjudgmental environment. Classes focus on basic movement, veil, zills, and isolations from countries throughout the Middle East and Mediterranean. Classes held at: Hook Community Center, 12569 Joshua St., Victorville, California. Beginning Belly Dance, Learn basic movements, rhythm patterns, posture, and history. Intermediate Belly Dance, Learn layering, technique, choreography, and involvement in student troupe Veils of Kashmir. Private instruction also available, ciarcelt@aol.com or 760-947-2176.

CATHARAE - catharae@juno.com or call 909 982 6475. She also makes Costumes! Most of the classes are ongoing, repeating every 4-6 weeks. Private lessons are available by appointment. Monday Montclair and Corona. Tuesday Redlands and Rialto, Wednesday in Laverne, Thursdays in Rialto and Rancho Cucamonga, and Friday in Walnut, California. Classes include beginning and intermediate sessions. Also available for group dance lessons/parties.

CIANA teaches a Beginning/Intermediate Belly Dance Class at her home. For information contact Ciana at 626 335-8021 or cjo1229@yahoo.com.

CLARITA, Flamenco Dancer, The Arte Flamenco Dance Theatre & Dance School
27 West Main Street, Suite B, Alhambra, CA 91801, 626/458-1234 Fax 626/458-0113 Email. The Arte Flamenco Dance Theatre has opened a school dedicated to the study of the art of Flamenco, Spanish Classical and Regional Folk dance, along with creating a home for the Arte Flamenco Dance Theatre Company. Clarita, dancer, teacher and choreographer has an extensive background in all facets of Spanish dance, covering regional folk dances, Escuela Bolera (the original form of Spanish dance), and of course, Flamenco. Clarita has devoted her life to mastering and preserving this specialized art form through performing and teaching. Currently, she has an extensive school in Los Angeles, and participates in school programs, demonstrating the dance and its techniques.

C'TIYA currently teaches Beginning Bellydancing in Moreno Valley. She is also avalible for private lessons for those who are interested.  Contact her at Cblair8226@aol.com.

CYRIANA is a professional and passionate dancer with over 25 years of experiance in the "American Cabaret" style of Belly Dance. She has been teaching in the Alta Loma and Rancho Cucamonga, California area for 15 years. Her style is fluid and graceful, yet challanging, with emphasis on playing zills, using a veil, and dancing to the various rhythms of Middle Eastern music used in a "Cabaret routine." Turkish, including 9/8 Karshilama, classic Arabic, Egyptian influences, Armenian, Persian 6/8, and some Greek styles are taught. Armenian and Greek folk dances in some classes. She has studied with many of the finest dancers in the field of Belly dance that have influenced her style of dance that she now passes on to her students. Beginning, Intermediate, Advanced (instructor approval only) are offered. Classes include strong technique with emphasis on posture, flexibility, improving circulation, choreography, improvisational skills, layering movements, veil, 3yd rectangular and unique veil tucks, circular veil, and double circular veil, drum solos, how to do a "BELLY ROLL," basic costuming to get you started (some classes). Each session we look at a different part of a Cabaret routine. Classes are held in Alta Loma and Rancho Cucamonga weekly. For more information please contact Cyriana at (909) 987-1670 or cyriana1@yahoo.com.

C'ZAHEEN - teaches beginning/intermediate belly dance classes consisting of several styles of belly dance including Folkloric, Egyptian, Cabaret, American and Lebanese styles. Students will learn the basic technique, posture, and body alignment of Middle Eastern dance. C'Zaheen introduces foundation movements including shimmies, undulations, hip work, isolations, and traveling steps. No prior dance experience necessary. She teaches in Highland and Riverside, near Redlands, Moreno Valley, Fontana, Ontario, Rancho Cucamonga, Loma Linda, and San Bernardino, CA . Her teacher and mentor is Aziza Sa'id and C'Zaheen is one of the class coaches for Aziza Sa’id. Part of C'Zaheen’s lineage is from the The Northern African deserts of Morocco – which in no doubt is why bellydance comes naturally to her.  C'Zaheen performs throughout Southern California. Private Lessons are also available. Contact: zaheenentertainment@yahoo.com or call 951-218-0173.

Dancing Rahana - Belly Dance Instructor & Performer Rahana offers Weekly Belly Dance Classes in Los Angeles on the Westside (Santa Monica, CALIFORNIA). Beginner's through advanced lessons with an opportunity to join a student dance troupe.  Private lessons and workshops are also available.  Contact Rahana for more information 310.612.7622 / DancingRahana@aol.com

Dolphina The Goddess Center is pleased to announce its opening with a series of Goddess Workout Bellydance classes with Dolphina & Full Moon Events. The Goddess Center is a private sanctuary from the ordinary located in Marina del Rey. Opened as a gathering place for women to be inspired, enriched, and to celebrate in a supportive environment. Call 310-281-7447 for class schedule and to register. Los Angeles area. Full Moon Events: Be enriched, inspired and have fun each Full Moon in a supportive environment as we honor The Goddess Center’s Goddess of the Month. The program includes: creating our Goddess Circle, altar, and connecting with each Goddess on a personal level in the first hour. In the next two hours, we will be inspired by this Divine woman in fun and interactive rituals with guest speakers, instructors and presenters. Please call our hotline: 310-281-7447 for more information and to register.

EDARA, Granada Hills and West Van Nuys, California. Edaradancing@msn.com or 818-368-4655. She teaches classes in American Cabaret - Basic Fundamentals and Basic Workout and Tribal Basics. Edara's teaching style emphasizes flowing combinations and clean technique.  As an instructor, she focuses on all of her students being comfortable by using a balance of focus and fun, and a thorough, step-by-step breakdown of technique.   Her own background as a student has lead to her belief that all women can dance, and she is passionate about nurturing a love of belly dance in all of her students, especially beginners.

Elizabeth Mahina, 805-796-5902, ElizArtist@verizon.net, teaches Tribal Fusion belly dance in the San Fernando Valley at the Agoura Hills, Calabasas Community Center, and from her home studio in Newbury Park, California.

Enheduanna/Tina. Orange County Classes taught in Laguna Hills & San Clemente. Bellydance classes available for Beginner through Advanced students. Tina is an Oriental Dancer dedicated to a professional and artistic representation of Middle Eastern Dance. Known for her fluidity and her richly expressive interpretation of Middle Eastern music, she performs in Middle Eastern venues from Los Angeles to San Diego. In South Orange County, California, she teaches the Art of Oriental Dance, exploring many different aspects and styles for a broader understanding of this classical art form. She offers 4 levels in the Art of Oriental Dance, the classical dance of the Middle East and North Africa. This dance is known for its earthy power and fluid femininity. A fun and exciting workout in a supportive atmosphere. No experience necessary. Tina holds monthly student shows and an annual Oriental Nights gala featuring student and guest performers. More Information: Tina~Enheduanna at Cell: 949-842-5989. Tinaelkins@hotmail.com

Etoile - Classes in the Inland Empire from Basic to Intermediate level. No experience nessesary. Private and group instruction available in Yucaipa, Redlands, Loma Linda, Grand Terrace, and Highland areas. Mini lessons for booked events also available. Contact superstarbeads@yahoo.com or 909-809-1598.

Europa TEACHES BELLYDANCE in Hollywood, CALIFORNIA 323 467-0825 HAVE FUN - TONE YOUR BODY LEARNING THE ART OF BELLYDANCE - DANCE HISTORY- ARABIC MUSIC - VEIL WORK - FINGER CYMBALS - DRUM SOLO - DANCE IMPROVISATION - EMPHASIS ON TECHNIQUE - emacla@earthlink.net

Farah and her Mirage teach belly dance lessons in Laguna Hills and Newport Beach in Orange County, California. Please remember, classes are designed for ladies and girls only. Sorry guys, Farah’s style is ultra feminine and elegant. Come let the exotic rhythms move you, while you tone and sculpt abdominal muscles, strengthen core, hips, back, burn calories, relieve stress, improve posture and grace, all while looking and feeling like a goddess. Contact Farah's Mirage: 949-456-9370 or farahzmirage@aol.com.

Fatima Mendoza teaches classes at LUMINA ACADEMY - Learn to Belly Dance, Children and Adult Classes - 1054 North Allen Ave, PASADENA. Ca 91104. (626) 296-2812 or (626)757-4018 or fatima_a_mendoza@hotmail.com.

Princess Farhana's Belly Dance Classes - Learn this beautiful ancient art from a well-informed teacher in a supportive atmosphere. Ongoing Beginning and Mixed level Belly Dance classes with emphasis on: *Egyptian-style and Folkloric Technique *Finger cymbals and veil work *Musical Analysis *Choreography - Wednesday Night  Belly Dance Class at Dance Garden in Los Angeles on-going, mixed levels  (advanced beginner through performance-ready) Egyptian as well as other styles of belly dance technique including: shimmies and layering, abdominal work hand and arms technique, combinations, improvisation, veils and finger cymbals. For more information: email jenna@beyondbellydance.com or (323) 660-4556 (studio) or pgehman@earthlink.net. Private instruction also available, especially for sword or shamadan. Contact Farhana: 323 460 4890 for more information.

Fayme Zelena Harper - Belly Dance Classes: Private and semi-private bellydance classes in Anaheim, CA, by appointment.  I am open to teaching your special group if you have a place to meet. The person providing the space gets their class free. (Orange County Only). Phone: 714-761-2277 - email: faymezelena-classes@yahoo.com

Felice, BellydiRose Dance Productions - BellydiRose Dance Productions presents FELICE: "This Art Form Is a Celebration of Life and Mother Earth" - "When I belly dance, it allows me time to travel inside, experiment with inner beauty, feel passionate, feel free. I love it! When we dance we relate to ancient archetypes in history, we recognize the gods and give them thanks for all our gifts. It is primal and powerful, yet textured and hypnotic." - Felice. Felice teaches bellydancing at her home studio in Eagle Rock, California, near Pasadena and Glendale. Call for times and dates. 323 344 0160 or 323 972 0411.

Genie Yogini Genie teaches Belly Dancing for Mixed levels PLUS Bollywood Dancing, Chi Gong and Yoga in the cities of Torrance, Gardena and Hawthorne, CA. Contact her for more information. Bollywood class at El Camino Community College: The new dance rage is Bollywood Dance!!  It's a hot, sassy, mixture of Belly Dancing, Classical and Folk Indian dance packed with the exciting rhythms and songs of India's Bollywood film industry.  It's a fun and great workout. Genii has been performing classical Mohiniattam Indian Dance for the past 6 years and has traveled to India several times to gain indepth knowledge of Indian classical, gypsy and Bollywood dancing.  She just recently spent the month of November studying gypsy dance in Rajasthan. Contact Genie Yogini, genieyogini@yahoo.com.

HABIBI, is a bettie banged tattooed bellydancin' diva available in Apple Valley, Hesperia, Victorville, Adelanto, Phelan & Barstow, California, for bellydance entertainment or instruction. Her style is a blend of golden age flavor & modern urban sensibility. Habibi is the bellydance instructor for the Town of Apple Valley, CA and teaches beginning and advanced bellydance for adults, and also teaches children's bellydance. For registration contact the Town of Apple Valley at 760-240-7880.

Heather Shoopman - PASADENA, CA. Heather's style of teaching inspires physical fitness, creativity and personal growth in a safe, fun environment. Heather is a healer and brings this knowledge to her classes. Learn to use this beautiful ancient art form to ground, focus and open your heart. Heather draws from experience in American Tribal Style and Egyptian cabaret bellydance, and is sometimes known to add accents of Ancient Indian, African or hip hop dance. Beginner class will focus on specific vocabulary in a clear (and sometimes comical) breakdown, body toning drills and light combinations. Intermediate class will use the vocabulary as a foundation for drills, choreography, ATS format improvisation and creative exercises to develop performance skills. All classes have recitals at least once a year!! PRENATAL BELLYDANCE --
A wonderful class for birth preparation, bellydance will help strengthen the muscles used in labor. Heather is available for privates or moms are welcome in class, just please advise Heather of your pregnancy upon your arrival so the contraindications will be pointed out.Heather has had training in both pre-natal bellydance and massage. HEATHER is also available for private individual or group lessons. Please contact her for fee information. Award winning tribal fusion dancer, Heather Shoopman, teaches bellydance classes using movement for healing, creativity and fun! Pasadena, California. Weekly classes, monthly showcases and workshops!  Call 323.377.8192 or email

International Arts Academy-- Beginner's Belly Dance Class on Saturdays, at the new International Arts Academy, located at 20628 E. Arrow Hwy #3, in Covina, California. Studio: 626 653-1111.

JANELLE - Group lessons, private individual choreography and dance. Entertain yourself and others with style and fun. South Bay, Venice, Santa Monica, Palos Verdes and Long Beach. Contact: Janelle 310-325-325-7325 or Irena 310-874-5579 or Email:  imakauskas@yahoo.com

Jenna's Bellydance Classes in HOLLYWOOD and NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA. Anyone can enjoy the experience of learning to bellydance! If you have never danced a step in your life, or if you are experienced in other types of dance, you are encouraged to explore this healthy form of movement. Jenna's classes are designed to be clear and easy to follow, yet challenging, in a friendly, supportive atmosphere. In beginner classes, movements and steps are broken down systematically, always stressing strong posture, safe technique and graceful movement. Intermediate. Advanced and choreography classes are rooted in technique, and help develop a dancer's poise, presentation, transitions & expression. Jenna has been teaching middle-eastern dance since 1997, and became AFAA (Aerobic & Fitness Association of America) certified in 1999. She has conducted middle-eastern dance workshops at universities, corporate health programs and dance studios in New York, Tokyo & Miami. You can book Jenna to teach a workshop in your area. Private lessons or specially-arranged group classes are available by appointment. A great way to celebrate baby showers, bridal showers, and bachelorette parties with your friends. Please ask about gift certificates. Contact Jenna at (213) 739-3755 or email, or mail to PO Box 26554, Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA 90026.

Jenza has been dancing for 32 years and teaching for 29. Jenza is the second generation of a 3-generation Belly Dance family (Mom Samira and daughter Sa'Elayssa). She is one of the "old school" belly dancers who will teach you to dance from the heart. Jenza will show you the basics and beyond using her own special technique embodying emotional expression using breath, posture and gesture. Jenza teaches American Cabaret, Turkish Cabaret, passionate Gypsy Skirt dancing, and Fusion styles. Finger cymbals, veils, props (candle, sword & tray), and old style movements from the 1970's including the belly roll are covered in her classes. Her beginning and intermediate classes can be found in Lake Balboa, Valencia, Newhall, and Pasadena. Jenza produces local events, and makes beautiful costumes for sale. 818-705-1021 or jenza@jenza.com

JJ and the Habibis  - Laguna Beach, CA. Jheri St. James has been dancing since 1981 and teaching since 1987. Classes are offered both on an introductory and intermediate level and cover all aspects of La Danse Orientale: Fundamental Movements, Finger Cymbals, Veil Dancing, Folkloric Stylings, Balancing Props, Costumes, Complete Routine, Choreography, Recital and Field Trip. Over the many years, Jheri has developed her curriculum so that beginners and intermediate level students can learn and perfect their skills together. Bellydance & Yoga Classes through Laguna Beach CA Rec Dept and San Juan Capistrano CA Adult Education.
Contact: jheristjames@yahoo.com or (949) 494-5031 (phone/fax)

KALI Sundari teaches bellydance classes in Ventura County at The Passion Studio, located in Simi Valley, CA. Call the studio (805-581-1280) for more information.

Kamala - kimdance@earthlink.net - Kamala is now offering beginning and intermediate belly dance classes in Pasadena, La Crescenta and Alhambra, California. Beginning dancers work on toning, proper posture, isolations and basic movements for cabaret style dance. Intermediate dancers work on veil, advanced Egyptian choreography and movement, with emphasis on learning all aspects of belly dance performance. Call 626 791 9594 or kimdance@earthlink.net for more info. Beginning dancers work on toning, proper posture, isolations and basic movements for cabaret style dance. Intermediate dancers work on veil, advanced Egyptian choreography and movement, with emphasis on learning all aspects of belly dance performance.

KAMAR Bellydance Classes/Instruction - sialid2600@mypacks.net Bellydance Classes with Kamar at The Blanca Luz Academy Of Dance, Buena Park, CALIFORNIA. Kamar has all levels of new and existing Bellydance classes. Beginning and Intermediate Adults and Teens Classes - all classes are ongoing. Advanced Choreography/Troupe Class - Adults and teens only. Sorry no children under 12 yrs. This is a performance class and participants have an opportunity to perform with our show troupe, Kamar and Jewels of Fire. A costume construction class is offered free in the spring to all our students. Located at the Blanca Luz Academy of Performing Arts, Buena Park, California. For information on class fees and payment options, contact Studio at: YourOtherRtFoot@blancaluzacademy.com or 714 952-4143.

Katherine began dancing American Tribal Style Bellydancing six years ago joining "Read My Hips" based in Chicago. She has since moved to Los Angeles, California, forming a troupe with three other very talented dancers from mixed styles of dance, from cabaret to hula to ballet and uzbek, aptly named "Subee Djinn." BELLYDANCE (TRIBAL STYLE) CLASSES:Katherine now teaches her interpretation of Tribal Bellydance at the beginner level in Silverlake, CA. Learn a unique blend of folkloric dance and cabaret. Discover an energizing dance of strength and beauty. Experience connection through group improvisation. For more information, phone 213 482-4424 or email munkyhaus@sbcglobal.net

Lailah Bellydance Classes with Lailah in South Gate, Downey and Redondo Beach. For more info: 213-447-6658 or lailah_yasmina@yahoo.com - Work out to tone and shape your body while learning the beautiful ancient art of belly dance.  These are mixed level classes that focus on body alignment while building up stamina.  Upper and lower body exercises that focus on stomach, arm and hand movements, hip/buttock isolations, shimmies, layering, and undulations are taught to rhythmical North African beats.   The finer points of basic to intermediate finger cymbals (zils) and veil work are covered.  Performance opportunities for student recital shows are available.

LAURIE, Tribal Belly Dancer, has been bellydancing for over 7 years. She discovered American Tribal Style (ATS) bellydance in 2003. A former member of Subee Djinn, she is now teaching L.A. Tribal style (ATS). She facilitates Sisterhood of L.A. Tribal, a member of the Sisterhood Dance Collective, a tribal bellydance troupe based in the San Fernando Valley. She teaches ongoing Tribal Bellydance (ATS) classes in Woodland Hills. For more information & studio location: call 818.883.7198 or email info@latribal.net

Leela, Bellydance Artist and Instructor - Glendale, California - leelaBellydance@aol.com / 818.558.0801 - From her extensive background in classical dance forms, Leela brings FUN and EXCITEMENT to her popular teaching style, delighting her students with her contagious enthusiasm and playfulness. Leela's teaching deeply engages each dancer in both her own individual experience and the shared magic of the group as well. Classes focus on TECHNIQUE with excellent, easy breakdowns; veil, zils, combinations and choreography, and improvisational creativity. COME PLAY! Classes held in Glendale / Montrose / La Crescenta / La Cañada.

Leila's Gypsy Dance Classes - Leila teaches out of her private home. Contact Leila at gypsycello@yahoo.com

LILLA VARESE's love of dance, along with her training and perhaps her smattering of Arabic ancestry combine to make her an authentic, refined Middle Eastern dancer. Lilla's modern Egyptian style is elegant and fluid. Her stage presence is charismatic, joyful and inspired. Lilla is proficient with finger cymbals, as well as a variety of props including veil, cane, and balancing. Lilla is also trained in a variety of other Middle Eastern dance styles including folkloric, Persian, Turkish and gypsy/tribal, as well as in flamenco and classical Indian dance. Her breadth of experience makes her an eclectic, versatile and polished performer.  Lilla Varese teaches group Belly Dance classes in 6-week sessions in the Newport Beach / Costa Mesa area. Call 714 357 9655 for more information. lilla@lilladance.com

NIKA FEYROUZ -  Nika teaches ATS Fusion (American Tribal Belly Dance), Egyptian, Lebanese, Club Caberet, Ethnic, and fusion Belly Dance. You will get a workout from one of the best Belly Dancers in the Inland Empire. You will learn choreographies, core movement, cabaret and tribal imoprov, and props including sword, zils, basket, tray, veil, double veil, candles, canes, fans and more! Nika Teaches Classes In Southern California... San Jacinto, Hemet, Lake Arrowhead, Idyllwild, Covina, Pamona, Upland, and numerous private classes. Great for men, children, pregnant women, handi-capable, and seniors.nika@thedancingbelly.com or (909) 908-0927

NINA SAHAR - Ninah offers beginning-master level instruction in Oriental and Folkloric dances at her studio in San Diego California. Drumming with Dancing, Sword, Stick, unique Shamanic dance class, Specialty workshops and Chinese energetic healing are also very popular. The clarity of her teaching style and sense of humor have made her a favorite instructor with students and professionals. Contact Ninah at 619 561 5675.

PATRICIA PRATA - patricia@patriciaprata.com, 323 646 7731 - Bellydance Instructional Classes in Hollywood, California (Los Angeles Area). Specialties include zills (finger cymbals or zagats), cane dancing (Raks Al Assaya), and sword dancing (Raks Al Sayf). Patricia's Super Star Belly Dancers are beautiful with mesmerizing performances loved by audiences of all ages all over the world. Patricia is also available for private lessons and workshops.

PERIZAD - 949 466-0634, or perizaddancer@yahoo.com. Perizad's unique belly dance style blends the percussive, sharp, dynamic larger-than-life styles of Lebanese, Turkish and Greek belly dance with the silky-smooth, elegant, refined and ultra-controlled movements of classical Egyptian.  Her style is pure EXCITEMENT, FUN and SASS!  Her finger cymbal work is among the finest ever heard and she has been complimented by many a top musician on her excellent technique and timing.  She has performed at top restaurants in the Southern California area.  She teaches fun and supportive classes in Orange County, California including Laguna Niguel, Lake Forest and Placentia.  Come join us as we shimmer and shimmy. You WILL sweat!

RAQUEL - Raquel offers weekly group classes in 5 week sessions with an opportunity to join a performance troupe.  She is also available for private and semi-private instruction by appointment.  Coming Soon: Adult ballet for bellydancers.  Polish up your turns, gain flexibility and core strength and add grace and elegance to your arm movements.  Great addition to your bellydance curriculum. Classes are held in Downey, California. For more information about performances and classes, please contact Raquel at 323-244-0475 or send an email to shimmies10@yahoo.com.

ROXANNE - roxanne@roxxanne.com, 213-712-0917- Roxanne Shelaby performs throughout Southern California bringing her unique dance style combining her Lebanese heritage and Egyptian soul. Roxanne is fortunate to have grown up surrounded by Middle Eastern Arts. Her love of Middle Eastern music and dance flourished as a child, growing up at the family owned “Fez” and “Cascades” nightclubs. Roxanne performs with and is Assistant Director of Sahra’s “Ya Amar! Middle Eastern Dance Company”. Roxanne also produces “Hypzotica,” a weekly Middle Eastern Dance show and club night. Roxanne teaches ongoing classes and workshops locally and internationally in Egyptian style Belly Dancing as well as Lebanese Dabke in the Los Angeles, California area. Roxxanne teaches workshops on a variety of subjects including both Oriental and Folkloric Styles. 

SABRINA - info@sabrinabellydancer.com or 858 337 1728, has performed for the Royal Families of the Middle East as well as headlined in the nightclubs and restaurants of Los Angeles and Orange County. She has a foundation in ballet, jazz, and modern dance. Sabrina has trained with some of the most respected masters in the fields of Western and Middle Eastern dance. While her performance is based in classical Egyptian technique, she also performs tribal fusion belly dance, gothic belly dance and cyber-goth-techno-fusion belly dance at appropriate venues. Sabrina is currently taking advanced students and pre-professionals for personalized coaching. Individual and group coaching, competition preparation, choreography, group workshops, advanced props and specialty acts in the San Diego, CA area.

Sa'eeda - Middle Eastern Dance / Belly Dancing / Raks Sharqi. Santa Monica CA - Private classes available. Please call for details: (310) 337-9299 / arabic_dancer@yahoo.com

Sagit - For the past 10 years Sagit has been teaching belly dance to 100’s of women in the Los Angeles area and is known for making complex dance routines easy and fun to follow.  She thoroughly enjoys passing on this beautiful and empowering art form to other women and continues to evolve and improve her teaching methods. Classes in Woodland Hills, Studio City, Sherman Oaks, and Encino. Beginners, Improvers, and Intermediate levels. Call 818-943-4499 or email